Vitamins are like tiny helpers in your body that keep you healthy and working properly. Think of them as special nutrients you get from the food you eat. They don’t give you energy like proteins or carbs, but they help your body use those energy sources effectively.

There are two main types of vitamins:

Fat-Soluble Vitamins: These are stored in your body’s fat and liver. You don’t need to eat them every day, but they’re still important.

• Vitamin A: Helps you see well and keeps your skin and eyes healthy.

• Vitamin D: Helps your body use calcium to build strong bones and teeth. You get it from sunlight too.

• Vitamin E: Protects your cells from damage.

• Vitamin K: Helps your blood clot so you don’t bleed too much when you get a cut.

• Water-Soluble Vitamins: These dissolve in water and aren’t stored in your body. You need to eat them regularly.

• Vitamin C: Helps your body heal wounds and keeps your gums and teeth healthy. It’s found in fruits like oranges and strawberries.

• B Vitamins: Help your body turn food into energy and are important for your brain and nerves. You can find them in foods like meat, eggs, and whole grains.

• Eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods will usually give you all the vitamins you need.

If you don’t get enough vitamins, it can lead to various health problems because your body needs them to function properly. Here’s what might happen if you’re missing out on certain vitamins:

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• Vitamin A: Without enough, you might have trouble seeing in the dark (night blindness) and your skin could become dry and rough. In severe cases, it can lead to more serious vision problems and immune system issues.

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• Vitamin D: Not having enough can lead to weak bones and teeth. In children, it can cause rickets, which makes bones soft and weak. In adults, it can cause osteoporosis, where bones become brittle and more likely to break.

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• Vitamin E: A deficiency might lead to muscle weakness and problems with coordination and vision because it helps protect your cells.

  
  

• Vitamin K: Without it, your blood might not clot properly, which can lead to excessive bleeding from cuts or injuries.

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• Vitamin C: If you don’t get enough, you might get scurvy, which causes symptoms like swollen